Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
Progress
Alpha acid
5–7.5%
Beta acid
1.8–2.7%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Progress
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Eclipse
CitrusPineMandarin
Only in Progress
GrassyMintSweetHoneyBlack currantFruityFloral
Property
| Property | Eclipse | Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–19% | 5–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 1.8–2.7% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 25–27% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.7 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 0–2% | 40–47% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 12–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Golding